Lobby Card - (14 x 11) | CANARY MURDER CASE, THE (1929)

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CANARY MURDER CASE, THE (1929)

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Lobby Card - (14" x 11")

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Lobby Card (11" x 14") ;
Fine on Paper
Paramount, 1929

The beautiful Louise Brooks is shown as showgirl Margaret O'Dell (also known as "The Canary") on this stunning lobby card from the classic mystery crime drama produced by Paramount. This particular example has been professionally paper-backed and expertly restored, including airbrushing to correct border wear, small chips, and creases. Touch-ups were applied to the film's title at the bottom of each corner of the image area and sporadically within the background to address small creases. The restoration work was done exceptionally well, and this card presents beautifully. It is widely regarded as one of the best lobby cards that capture the vivacious and wildly independent spirit of the incomparable Louise Brooks, who remains one of the most collectible silent film stars.

"The Canary Murder Case" is a pre-Code crime mystery adapted from S.S. Van Dine's 1927 novel and directed by Malcolm St. Clair. William Powell stars as detective Philo Vance, with Louise Brooks as "The Canary." This film, the first featuring Philo Vance, follows his investigation into a showgirl's murder. Originally shot as a silent film, it was later converted to sound. While it boosted Powell's career, Brooks' refusal to record dialogue led to controversy, resulting in her voice being dubbed by Margaret Livingston.
Size

Item size: 14" × 11" × 0.1" (35.56cm × 27.94cm × 0.25cm)